Music sets the tone, creates the mood, and guides the audience through the journey of the show. The Blue Men use no spoken language, so perhaps music is their form of communication. Or maybe they use music to remind us of our tribal beginnings? Or maybe the Blue Men just simply love to rock out.

Blue Man Group are Grammy nominated artists who have collaborated with a wide range of artists, including Tiesto, Dave Matthews, Jill Scott and most recently, the Killers.

Cirque Eloize iD makes its Cape Town debut at Artscape next month, opening on Wednesday, 16 November 2016 and after just fifteen performances, this high-energy production that blends breathtaking acrobatics and street dance, moves to Montecasino’s Teatro for a limited season opening on Wednesday, 30 November and ending on 24 December. Tickets are on sale at Computicket.

Directed by Jeannot Painchaud and brought to South Africa by leading local promoter, Showtime Management, Cirque Eloize’s iD has been enjoyed over the past 7 years by more than 1 million spectators in over 1000 performances in almost 100 cities across the globe in 30 countries. On stage, there’s speed, powerful performances and a jaw-dropping spectacular trampoline-finale that is guaranteed to leave the audience in awe. Behind the scenes there’s a story, a dream and a host of interesting facts and figures.

“iD” is one of eleven original productions under the Cirque Eloize banner. Positioned at the heart of the renewal of circus arts this Montreal-based company has been creating moving performances filled with magic for more than 23 years. Proudly boasting more than 4,000 performances in over 500 cities and 50 countries, the worldwide popularity of Cirque Eloize keeps growing. In addition to its touring shows, Cirque Eloize develops custom made concepts for international special events. To date, more than 1,400 events have taken place, seen by over 3 million spectators.

Last month “iD” played to full houses in London and received rave reviews. ‘I have never seen anything like it,” was the buzz as the audience piled out into the West End night ….,” says Express.co.uk. The reviewshub.com gave the show 4,5 stars and stated that “iD’s greatest strength is that every aspect is individually at the top of its field, complementing each other and culminating in a really impactful and dynamic production.” Soon local audiences will be joining the thousands of worldwide fans enthralled by Cirque Éloize iD.

With iD, Cirque Éloize presents a show positively crackling with daring and modernity. Cirque Éloize’s iD is a blend of circus arts and urban dance: b-boying/b-girling, breakdance, hip-hop and more. The scene is set in the heart of a city, in a public space where people seek refuge and a chance to shed their anonymity; a place where identity is forged and individuality is expressed to a stimulating soundtrack created by composers Jean-Phi Goncalves (Beast) and Alex McMahon. The company is integrating multimedia for the first time in its 9th original creation, giving this show a unique feel. Fifteen performers from 14 disciplines help create iD's entertaining and resolutely urban universe, in keeping with Cirque Éloize’s tradition of using multidisciplinary performers from around the world.

The response to the show’s first season at Montecasino some 3 years ago was phenomenal, resulting in a sold out shows and a high demand for tickets. The volume of requests lead to this year’s return SA season which includes Cape Town for the first time. Two cities, 44 performances by 15 artistes including acrobats, aerialists, a trial biker plus hip hop and break dancers in an intimate theatre setting creates an unrivalled entertainment experience for families and the young at heart.

The Reviewshub.com sums up the show in numerical terms. “Fourteen different disciplines are expertly combined in two hours, matched by the highest standards in design. Painchaud’s vision effortlessly creates a product that pushes boundaries and captivates its audience. Small wonder that it is at 1,000 shows and still going strong.”

The numbers speak volumes. Don’t miss it. Book now at Computicket by calling 0861 915 8000, visit www.computicket.com or your nearest Computicket service centre. For more information, visit www.showtime.co.za stay current on the latest news through social media on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. ENDS_______________________________________________________________________________________CAPE TOWN SHOW INFORMATION

ABOUT CIRQUE ÉLOIZEFounded in 1993, Cirque Éloize combines circus arts with dance, theatre and music with path-breaking panache. Continually engaged in artistic experimentation, Cirque Éloize is a leader in contemporary circus arts, with more than 4,000 performances to its credit in some 500 cities around the world. In addition to its touring shows, Cirque Éloize develops customized concepts for international special events, more than 1,400 to date.

The company has also been presented in international festivals around the world and has won numerous awards including 12 medals and prizes at the Festival Mondial du Cirque de Demain in Paris. Cirque Éloize currently has three creations on tour: iD, CIRKOPOLIS and SALOON. For more information about the company, please visit cirque-eloize.com

There are very few things as magical as the white dancing horses, performing with such grace it makes you want to pinch yourself to believe what you are seeing is real.

As far back as I can remember, I have loved horses. And just after that love affair began, I saw the Lipizzaners on TV for the first time and was completely entralled. The magic and majesty of these amazing creatures is something that later, as an adult, I have been privileged to see live 4 times, twice in CT and twice in Jo'Burg.

What is heartbreaking however is that despite how special both the horses and the school they reside at are, they are in constant danger of shutting down due to lack of funds. The people that work with the horses give selflessly of their time both in the care and in preparation for shows and often do so not knowing what the next month will bring.

Cape Town is about to host horses and riders for a few days of shows from 5- 9 October, all magnificent and all well worth seeing. I saw the Spring Spectacular up here before they headed to CT and while it is more geared to younger audiences (princess's, Baloo, and magical mermaids to name a few of the Disney wonders) we adults were held spellbound from start to finish.

What can you do to help keep these magical beasts in our realm?

1. ATTEND THE SHOWS!These horses love performing and their riders love them...and it shows in the performance. And considering what a horse costs to care for and transport...the price of tickets is really good value for money. These are also horses unlike any you will see elsewhere and it would be heartbreaking to lose something so special. So buy your tickets and go enjoy a night like no other.

​Seriously, considering how much doing crappy stuff costs, seeing something this magnificent rather, is a no brainer!

2. SUPPORT THE HORSES USING YOUR WOOLIES MY SCHOOL CARD OR DONATEI was over the moon when I found out that SA Lipizzaner's can be linked to the Woolworths My School Card. What an easy way to support my fav horses. Alternatively you can go to the Lipizzaner web site and find out how to donate.